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Tick the statement that is true. The places mentioned in the story are all imaginary. - English Core

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Question

Tick the statement that is true.

The places mentioned in the story are all imaginary.

Options

  • True

  • False

MCQ
True or False
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Solution

The places mentioned in the story are all imaginary. (False)

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Chapter 7: The Adventure - Understanding the text [Page 69]

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Chapter 7 The Adventure
Understanding the text | Q 4 | Page 69

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